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Rapplerpolitics17 hrs ago
NBI Director Testifies No Validated Information Found on Alleged Duterte Assassin
Jeremy Lotoc, the second prosecution witness in Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment trial, said investigators found no evidence identifying a supposed hitman. He maintained the November 2024 threat remarks remained serious regardless of that absence.
jurist.orgpolitics23 hrs ago
Senate impeachment trial of vice president begins July 6
The Senate convened as an impeachment court at 2 pm on Monday, July 6. Proceedings are scheduled three days a week through at least July 28.
Rapplerpolitics5 days ago
Prosecution Defers NBI Director Testimony in Duterte Impeachment Trial to July 13
The prosecution in Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment trial postponed NBI Regional Director Jeremy Lotoc's appearance until July 13. It also skipped redirect examination of its first witness after he authenticated a kill threat.
Washington Examinerpolitics6 days ago
House Republican plans impeachment articles against district judge who blocked voter database
Rep. Abe Hamadeh said Monday he will file articles of impeachment Thursday against U.S. District Judge Sparkle Sooknanan. The judge blocked a revised federal voter citizenship verification database last month.
Rapplerpolitics6 days ago
Prosecution seeks subpoena for vice president's chief of staff in impeachment trial
The prosecution asked the impeachment court on July 7 to compel the attendance of the Office of the Vice President chief of staff at hearings scheduled for July 13-15. The request follows the chief of staff's November 2024 detention at the House of Representatives.
forbes.comworld7 days ago
Senate Returns Sealed Duterte Tax Records to BIR, Defers Opening Decision
The Senate impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte opened on July 6, 2026. Presiding officer Chiz Escudero directed that a sealed box of her tax records be returned to the Bureau of Internal Revenue. Either side may seek a subpoena for the documents later.
abcnews.go.comworld7 days ago
Senate sets 16-vote threshold to convict vice president in impeachment trial
The presiding officer ruled that 16 votes are required to convict the vice president. The decision follows a 2000 Supreme Court precedent and allows parties to seek review from the high court.
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Philippine Senate Opens Impeachment Trial of Vice President Sara Duterte
The Senate began proceedings Monday focused on allegations of misused funds and threats against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. The trial follows House transmission of articles on June 30.
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politics9 days ago
Philippine Senate to Begin Impeachment Trial of Vice President
The Philippine Senate is scheduled to open an impeachment trial against Vice President Sara Duterte. The proceedings center on corruption allegations and statements directed at President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
axios.comworld11 days ago
Cagayan de Oro Lawmaker Denies Saying Vice President Duterte Is Unwelcome in District
A post in a large Facebook group falsely attributed a statement to Representative Lordan Suan. His office called the claim false information on July 1, and tools flagged a related audio clip as AI-generated.
Rapplerpolitics14 days ago
Duterte Defense Agrees to BIR Box Opening Only in Executive Session with No Public Copies
The defense team for Vice President Sara Duterte said it is not opposed to opening a box of her tax records if the process stays confidential. Prosecutors questioned the request during a June 29 press conference.
Rapplerpolitics17 days ago
Senate Impeachment Court Ends Pre-Trial Conference for Sara Duterte
The Senate impeachment court terminated the pre-trial conference on June 25 after parties completed evidence marking. The move clears the way for Vice President Sara Duterte’s trial to begin July 6.
Rapplerpolitics18 days ago
Duterte Defense Submits Answer and Lists Over 90 Witnesses for Impeachment Trial
Vice President Sara Duterte's legal team submitted a witness list exceeding 90 names on June 1, 2026. Dozens of those named are associated with the prosecution.
manilatimes.netpolitics19 days ago
Senate Impeachment Court to Decide on Opening Sealed BIR Box in Duterte Proceedings
The House prosecution team on June 24 asked the Senate impeachment court to open a sealed box containing tax records of Vice President Sara Duterte and her husband. The request was filed on the fourth day of pre-trial proceedings.
Rapplerpolitics22 days ago
Philippine prosecution rejects claim it was outgunned in impeachment pre-trial
The House prosecution team said it was prepared for the first day of pre-trial proceedings in the impeachment case against Vice President Sara Duterte. Prosecutors refuted reports that the defense gained an advantage during the conference.
manilatimes.netpolitics24 days ago
Tindig Pilipinas Opposes Escudero as Duterte Impeachment Trial Presiding Officer
Civil society coalition calls Escudero the most imperfect and dangerous choice among Senate options. The group urged the chamber to let Senate President Win Gatchalian preside instead.
Rapplerpolitics26 days ago
Senate Majority Eyes Senator as Presiding Officer for Impeachment Court
A senator from the majority bloc is being considered to lead the Senate impeachment court under newly amended rules. The change allows selection by majority vote rather than automatic assignment to the Senate president.
abcnews.go.compolitics28 days ago
Impeachment Trial of Vice President Sara Duterte Faces Dispute Over Lowered Conviction Threshold
House prosecutors Luistro and Zamora support reducing the votes needed to convict Vice President Sara Duterte from 16 to 15 or 14, citing absent senators.
foxnews.compolitics28 days ago
House Republicans File Impeachment Resolutions Against Two Federal Judges
House Republicans introduced three impeachment resolutions this month against two federal judges appointed during the Obama administration. The resolutions target rulings and conduct and were referred to the House Judiciary Committee.
Washington Examinerpolitics31 days ago
House Republican opposes effort to expunge Trump impeachments
A retiring House member said a symbolic vote to erase the two impeachments would not be well received and urged focus on other priorities. The proposal gained attention after documents were declassified in April.
Washington Examinerpolitics31 days ago
Trump Calls for Expulsion of Rep. Jamie Raskin from Congress
President Trump posted on Truth Social on June 11, 2026, urging Congress to expel Rep. Jamie Raskin over alleged impeachment planning. The call followed a post by commentator Mark Levin.
Abc Newspolitics33 days ago
Two Georgia Republicans file impeachment resolutions against Atlanta federal judge
U.S. Reps. Clay Fuller and Andrew Clyde introduced resolutions seeking to remove U.S. District Judge Eleanor Ross after a misconduct investigation confirmed sexual activity in chambers, attendance at a partisan event, and initial false statements to investigators.
manilatimes.nettechnology34 days ago
AI-generated photo falsely shows Duterte birthday gathering in front of Senate building
A widely shared image depicting a boodle fight celebration for Vice President Sara Duterte directly in front of the Senate building was created using artificial intelligence. Real footage and photographs place the May 31 event at Jose W. Diokno Boulevard outside the Senate gate.
ibtimes.co.ukpolitics34 days ago
Kenyan Court Upholds Gachagua Impeachment
A Kenyan court on Monday upheld the 2024 impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, barring him from holding public office. The court awarded him 50 million shillings in compensation but affirmed the appointment of his replacement.
apnews.compolitics35 days ago
Kenya Court to Rule Monday on Constitutionality of Gachagua's Parliamentary Impeachment
A three-judge bench will deliver its ruling on former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's challenge to his removal from office. The decision will determine whether Parliament's impeachment process met constitutional requirements.
Semaforpolitics40 days ago
South African Parliament Appoints Opposition MP Gana to Chair Ramaphosa Impeachment Inquiry as President Launches Legal Challenge
The parliamentary committee elected Makashule Gana on its first meeting this week. Gana will lead an inquiry into whether President Cyril Ramaphosa should face impeachment over a 2020 theft at his game farm.
citizen.co.zapolitics41 days ago
Rise Mzansi MP Gana Elected to Chair Phala Phala Impeachment Committee as Ramaphosa Challenges Report in Court
Rise Mzansi MP Makashule Gana will lead the parliamentary inquiry into the Phala Phala scandal. President Ramaphosa continues to challenge the Section 89 report in court while preparing to deliver the Presidency budget vote.
techcentral.co.zapolitics42 days ago
South African Parliament Restarts Ramaphosa Impeachment Inquiry After Constitutional Court Ruling
The 31-member Section 89 Impeachment Committee will elect a chairperson and set procedures after the Constitutional Court ordered Parliament to restart the process over the 2020 Phala Phala theft.
indianexpress.compolitics45 days ago
South African Impeachment Committee to Hold First Meeting on President Scandal
Parliament scheduled the first meeting of an impeachment committee for Monday to examine allegations involving the president. The session follows a Constitutional Court decision this month that revived the process.
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upi.compolitics47 days ago
Philippine Senators Seek Permanent Ban on Impeached Vice President Sara Duterte
Senators are pursuing measures to bar impeached Vice President Sara Duterte from future political office. One of her supporters has described the effort as "insane and wicked."
Rapplerpolitics47 days ago
Congresswoman to Lead Prosecution in Senate Impeachment Trial
A House representative who presided over impeachment hearings will now head the prosecution team presenting the case in the Senate. The interview is scheduled to air on May 27 at 5 pm.
thehindu.comworld51 days ago
Philippine Senate Opens Impeachment Proceedings for Vice President
Senators convened as an impeachment court on May 18. The Supreme Court denied a request for a temporary restraining order on an arrest warrant. A House prosecution panel announced assignments for the trial.
The New Yorkerpolitics55 days ago
Louisiana Republican Senator Bill Cassidy Loses Primary After 2021 Trump Impeachment Vote
Sen. Bill Cassidy said Monday he has no regrets about his 2021 vote to convict President Trump on impeachment charges. The Louisiana Republican placed third in Saturday's primary and will not advance to the June runoff.
thesouthafrican.compolitics60 days ago
Ramaphosa Launches Legal Challenge Against Planned Parliamentary Impeachment Hearing
President Cyril Ramaphosa is mounting a two-pronged legal effort to prevent an impeachment hearing over an alleged cover-up of a burglary at his game farm. The move comes as South Africa's parliament prepares to examine the matter involving the president. Ramaphosa, who has led t…
upi.compolitics60 days ago
Philippine Senate to Convene as Impeachment Court on May 18
New Senate President Alan Peter Cayetano announced that the chamber will convene as an impeachment court on May 18 to address articles of impeachment against Vice President Sara Duterte. The move follows the House of Representatives' transmission of the articles on May 13. Cayeta…
Al Jazeeraworld61 days ago
South Africa’s Ramaphosa Faces Impeachment Inquiry Over 2020 Cash Theft Allegations
President Cyril Ramaphosa refused to resign after a Constitutional Court ruling revived a 2022 parliamentary report on allegations that he covered up a 2020 burglary at his Phala Phala ranch where foreign currency was stolen. The multi-party committee will investigate whether he…
manilatimes.netpolitics62 days ago
Alan Peter Cayetano Elected Senate President by 13 Senators
Alan Peter Cayetano was elected Senate president on May 11, 2026, replacing Tito Sotto. The vote occurred on the same day the House of Representatives impeached Vice President Sara Duterte for the second time. Most senators who supported Cayetano have ties to the Duterte family.
theconversation.compolitics62 days ago
Gachagua Moves to Strike Out Supreme Court Appeal on Deputy Chief Justice’s Power to Empanel Judges
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua filed preliminary objections arguing the appeal is moot after Chief Justice Martha Koome reconstituted the High Court bench. All parties have already submitted to the three-judge panel and completed arguments on the impeachment petitions.…
Semaforpolitics62 days ago
Constitutional Court Orders Parliament to Restart Ramaphosa Impeachment Inquiry
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa announced late on May 12, 2026, that he will challenge a Constitutional Court ruling ordering parliament to restart an impeachment inquiry over his handling of the 2020 theft at his Phala Phala game farm. The court found parliament's earlie…
japantimes.co.jppolitics62 days ago
House Impeaches Vice President Sara Duterte for the Second Time
The Philippine House of Representatives voted 257-0 on May 11, 2026 to impeach Vice President Sara Duterte on allegations of unexplained wealth and misuse of funds. Duterte, who skipped every House justice committee hearing, was in The Hague visiting her detained father when the…
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South African President Ramaphosa Rejects Calls to Resign After Constitutional Court Ruling on Phala Phala Scandal
President Cyril Ramaphosa said he will not resign following a Constitutional Court judgment that set aside a 2022 National Assembly vote and ordered the Phala Phala farm theft report referred to an impeachment committee. Ramaphosa announced he will seek judicial review of the ind…
Fox Newspolitics63 days ago
Rep. Darrell Issa Introduces Resolution to Expunge Trump’s 2019 and 2021 Impeachments
H.Res.1211, referred to the House Judiciary Committee, declares both impeachments should be formally erased from the record. The measure cites declassified documents released by Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard earlier in 2026 that revealed a coordinated effort to…
Abc Newspolitics63 days ago
South African Parliament to Form Impeachment Committee on Ramaphosa Cash Allegations
South Africa's Parliament announced it will establish an impeachment committee to review four-year-old allegations that President Cyril Ramaphosa hid the theft of more than $500,000 in cash from his game ranch. The move follows a Constitutional Court ruling that a 2022 parliament…
Abc Newspolitics63 days agoUpdated
Philippine House Votes to Impeach Vice President Sara Duterte
Lawmakers voted 257-25 with nine abstentions on May 11, 2026, sending two complaints accusing her of unexplained wealth, misuse of confidential funds and threats against President Marcos to the Senate for trial. The move comes months after a House committee found probable cause a…
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Rapplerpolitics64 days ago
House to Deliberate and Vote on Second Impeachment Complaint Against Vice President Sara Duterte
Plenary deliberations and a vote on the impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte are scheduled for Monday, May 11 2026. The House has secured at least 215 votes to advance the case, exceeding the constitutional threshold. Four articles of impeachment cite alleged misuse of fund…
Semaforpolitics66 days ago
South African Court Orders Revival of Impeachment Inquiry Against President
South Africa's Constitutional Court ruled that parliament acted unlawfully when it blocked impeachment proceedings against the president in 2022. The decision revives scrutiny over the 2020 theft of about $580,000 in foreign currency from the president's Phala Phala game farm. Op…
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Rapplerpolitics66 days agoUpdated
Supreme Court Takes No Action on Duterte Petition to Stop Impeachment Proceedings
The Supreme Court did not issue a temporary restraining order on the renewed impeachment case against Vice President Sara Duterte, allowing the House to advance the complaint. A false Facebook post claiming the court blocked the proceedings spread widely on April 28, 2026. The Ho…
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House of Representatives Has 215 Votes to Impeach Vice President Sara Duterte
A member of the justice committee said the House has secured support from 215 members to impeach Vice President Sara Duterte. The figure matches the number of votes from last year's impeachment effort. A plenary vote on the committee report is scheduled for May 11.
thenation.compolitics68 days ago
YouTube Videos Claim De Lima Gave Script to Witness in Duterte Impeachment Probe, Fact-Checked as False
Misleading YouTube videos claimed Philippine lawmaker Leila de Lima gave a script to Ramil Madriaga, a witness in Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment hearings. De Lima denied any involvement in drafting or altering Madriaga's affidavit, which he prepared before their meetin…
New York Postpolitics71 days ago
Trump Calls for Impeachment of Rep. Jeffries
President Trump called for the impeachment of House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries after Jeffries criticized the Supreme Court as illegitimate following its ruling on the Voting Rights Act. Jeffries responded by accusing Trump of derangement syndrome. The incident highlights ong…
japantimes.co.jppolitics76 days ago
House Justice Committee Conducts Fourth Impeachment Hearing on Vice President Sara Duterte
The House justice committee convened its fourth public hearing on the impeachment complaint against Vice President Sara Duterte on April 29, 2026, focusing on alleged death threats. The National Bureau of Investigation provided findings from its probe. A vote on probable cause co…
realitytea.compolitics80 days ago
House Democrats Discuss Potential Third Impeachment of President Trump if They Regain Majority
Some House Democrats are advocating for a third impeachment of President Trump if their party wins control of the chamber in the upcoming midterms. Representatives have emphasized the need for a coordinated strategy, including fact-checking and hearings. The discussions come amid…
Photo: Alejandro Barba / Unsplashpolitics89 days ago
House Democrats Introduce Articles of Impeachment Against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth
House Democrats filed articles of impeachment against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Wednesday, citing allegations related to his handling of military operations and leadership. The resolution lists six specific articles, including unauthorized actions in Iran and negligence w…